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MOUNTAINEERING GEAR CUSTOMERS ARE RESPONSIBLE TO BRING
Three and Four Day Adventures (East Coast – United States) DOWNLOAD PRINTABLE GEAR-LIST
NorthFloridaExpeditions.com believes that all mountain travel equipment should follow two simple tenets: Lightweight and Functional. Remember, you (adults only) will be carrying all of your gear AND a portion of the group gear.* Lightweight equipment increases your chance of success and helps make you more comfortable. Functional equipment determines how warm, dry, and safe you will be, so always choose equipment that is of good quality, is dependable, and is adaptable to a variety of extreme conditions.
(*snow treks only)
Clothing impacts not only your comfort but also your safety. Always be critical of the quality and the proper fit of your clothing. Cotton clothing must be avoided because it dries very slowly and is a poor insulator when wet. Instead, choose wool or synthetic fabrics that "wick" the sweat and moisture away from your skin.
Upper Body - Polypropylene T-shirt (Duofold, or compatible wicking material – Example: Can be found HERE.)
- Women: Sports bra (2), synthetic, no cotton!
- Soft Shell (e.g. Marmot Precip, or other waterproof/breathable lightweight rain/wind shell is acceptable.)
- Warm hat (generic synthetic or fleece for night time)
- Shade hat or baseball cap
Lower Body - 2 Pair “SmartWool” synthetic socks [Check boot fit with wool socks on]
- 2 Pair lightweight underwear Polypropylene, no cotton!
- 1 Pair “Convertible” Trekking pants (unzip legs into shorts, no cotton!)
- Lightweight hiking boots (e.g. Montrail, Lowa. Columbia, Hi-Tec, Vasque - Target, Kohls, Sports Authority, even K-Mart will suffice for this trek... should spend NO MORE than $30)
- In-Camp shoes/flip-flops Optional - for base camp and use in-camp.
Miscellaneous Equipment - Sunglasses 100% UV protection and a hard-sided storage case
- Personal First-Aid kit: moleskin/blister kit, Band-Aids, first-aid tape, ibuprofen, personal medications, etc.
- Lip balm At least SPF 20, 1 stick. A string taped to the stick is helpful, to hang around your neck
- Sunscreen - SPF 20
- Insect repellant Small bottle, from mid-June on...
- Mug Plastic w/snap-on lid, 16 oz. or larger
- Pocket knife (3-inch blade) small Swiss-Army type
- Toiletry kit - [ be sure to include toilet paper stored in a zip-loc bag ]
- Large plastic bags 2-3, for keeping miscellaneous gear dry
- Disposable lighter Works better than matches for lighting stoves
- One (1) Bandana
- Snacks and/or munchies Bring your favorite “trail foods” or desserts, pack in Ziplocs. Avoid bringing more than you need
- Camera Optional; large SLR types are not recommended
- OUTBAG - Consists of a small duffel bag containing 1 pair of clean clothing (shirt, pants, underwear, socks and clean shoes), a towel, some toiletries used to clean up AFTER you get off the trail. Typically, the clothing (and shoes) you drive UP in, becomes the clothing in your Out bag. Your clean trail clothes (including boots) go in the out bag during your final preparations for the drive or flight up.
MOUNTAINEERING GEAR CUSTOMERS ARE RESPONSIBLE TO BRING
Three and Four Day Adventures (East Coast – United States) DOWNLOAD PRINTABLE GEAR-LIST
NorthFloridaExpeditions.com believes that all mountain travel equipment should follow two simple tenets: Lightweight and Functional. Remember, you (adults only) will be carrying all of your gear AND a portion of the group gear.* Lightweight equipment increases your chance of success and helps make you more comfortable. Functional equipment determines how warm, dry, and safe you will be, so always choose equipment that is of good quality, is dependable, and is adaptable to a variety of extreme conditions.
(*snow treks only)
Clothing impacts not only your comfort but also your safety. Always be critical of the quality and the proper fit of your clothing. Cotton clothing must be avoided because it dries very slowly and is a poor insulator when wet. Instead, choose wool or synthetic fabrics that "wick" the sweat and moisture away from your skin.
Upper Body - Polypropylene T-shirt (Duofold, or compatible wicking material – Example: Can be found HERE.)
- Women: Sports bra (2), synthetic, no cotton!
- Soft Shell (e.g. Marmot Precip, or other waterproof/breathable lightweight rain/wind shell is acceptable.)
- Warm hat (generic synthetic or fleece for night time)
- Shade hat or baseball cap
Lower Body - 2 Pair “SmartWool” synthetic socks [Check boot fit with wool socks on]
- 2 Pair lightweight underwear Polypropylene, no cotton!
- 1 Pair “Convertible” Trekking pants (unzip legs into shorts, no cotton!)
- Lightweight hiking boots (e.g. Montrail, Lowa. Columbia, Hi-Tec, Vasque - Target, Kohls, Sports Authority, even K-Mart will suffice for this trek... should spend NO MORE than $30)
- In-Camp shoes/flip-flops Optional - for base camp and use in-camp.
Miscellaneous Equipment - Sunglasses 100% UV protection and a hard-sided storage case
- Personal First-Aid kit: moleskin/blister kit, Band-Aids, first-aid tape, ibuprofen, personal medications, etc.
- Lip balm At least SPF 20, 1 stick. A string taped to the stick is helpful, to hang around your neck
- Sunscreen - SPF 20
- Insect repellant Small bottle, from mid-June on...
- Mug Plastic w/snap-on lid, 16 oz. or larger
- Pocket knife (3-inch blade) small Swiss-Army type
- Toiletry kit - [ be sure to include toilet paper stored in a zip-loc bag ]
- Large plastic bags 2-3, for keeping miscellaneous gear dry
- Disposable lighter Works better than matches for lighting stoves
- One (1) Bandana
- Snacks and/or munchies Bring your favorite “trail foods” or desserts, pack in Ziplocs. Avoid bringing more than you need
- Camera Optional; large SLR types are not recommended
- OUTBAG - Consists of a small duffel bag containing 1 pair of clean clothing (shirt, pants, underwear, socks and clean shoes), a towel, some toiletries used to clean up AFTER you get off the trail. Typically, the clothing (and shoes) you drive UP in, becomes the clothing in your Out bag. Your clean trail clothes (including boots) go in the out bag during your final preparations for the drive or flight up.
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